Best 18 Documentary Movies Highly Recommended Released in 2009

An unflattering look inside America's corporate controlled food industry. Explore Food, Inc. / IMDB / YouTube

Using state-of-the-art equipment, a group of activists, led by renowned dolphin trainer Ric O'Barry, infiltrate a cove near Taijii, Japan to expose both a shocking instance of animal abuse and a serious threat to human health. Find out about The Cove / IMDB / YouTube

An examination of the social costs of corporate interests pursuing profits at the expense of the public good. See more about Capitalism: A Love Story / IMDB / YouTube

A compilation of interviews, rehearsals, and backstage footage of Michael Jackson as he prepared for his series of sold-out shows in London. Read about This Is It / IMDB / YouTube

A documentary about the making of David Fincher's 2008 film The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. The documentary follows the project's beginning during the 1990s, filming on location in New Orleans, and its complex CGI post-production. Check out The Curious Birth of Benjamin Button / IMDB / YouTube

With aerial footage from fifty-four countries, 'Home' is a depiction of how Earth's problems are all interlinked. More about Home / IMDB / YouTube

A 3-D concert film of the 2008 Jonas Brothers Burning Up concert tour, as well as documentary footage on the lives of the three brothers. See more about Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience / IMDB / YouTube

Since 1978, Anvil has become one of heavy metal's most influential yet commercially unsuccessful acts. In 2006, after a fledging European tour Anvil sets out to record their thirteenth album and continue to follow their dreams. Read about Anvil: The Story of Anvil / IMDB / YouTube

Alex Gibney exposes the haunting details of the USA's torture and interrogation practices during the War in Afghanistan. Get info on Taxi to the Dark Side / IMDB / YouTube

Feature-length version of the documentary TV series Planet Earth (2006), following the migration paths of four animal families. Check out Earth / IMDB / YouTube

A documentary on the electric guitar from the point of view of three significant rock musicians: The Edge, Jimmy Page, and Jack White. Look into It Might Get Loud / IMDB / YouTube

A mixture of original interviews, archival footage, and photographs sheds light on the life experiences of Mike Tyson. Details on Tyson / IMDB / YouTube

Realizing that the urban legend of their youth has actually come true, two filmmakers delve into the mystery surrounding five missing children and the real-life boogeyman linked to their disappearances. Learn about Cropsey / IMDB / YouTube

A look at the making of the film Troll 2 (1990) and its journey from being crowned the worst film of all time to a cherished cult classic. Info on Best Worst Movie / IMDB / YouTube

A documentary chronicling Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour's preparations for the 2007 fall-fashion issue. More about The September Issue / IMDB / YouTube

Slavoj Zizek examines famous films in a philosophical and a psychoanalytic context. Check out The Pervert's Guide to Cinema / IMDB / YouTube

Chris Rock explores the wonders of African-American hairstyles. Check out Good Hair / IMDB / YouTube

This documentary follows NBA superstar LeBron James and four of his talented teammates through the trials and tribulations of high school basketball in Ohio and James' journey to fame. Check out More Than a Game / IMDB / YouTube